But keep in mind what Coach Shurmur said about strongly preferring running backs who can catch. Darkwa is not that guy. Stewart is a power back, who also catches the ball well. He had a career high 47 receptions in 2011.

But keep in mind what Coach Shurmur said about strongly preferring running backs who can catch. Darkwa is not that guy. Stewart is a power back, who also catches the ball well. He had a career high 47 receptions in 2011.

Of course, like Darkwa, he has missed a lot of time to injury.

2011 was a long time ago my friend. Stewart is 31 now, and has a ton of miles on his tires. Just don't see the reason why a re-building team would make a move like this.

But keep in mind what Coach Shurmur said about strongly preferring running backs who can catch. Darkwa is not that guy. Stewart is a power back, who also catches the ball well. He had a career high 47 receptions in 2011.

Of course, like Darkwa, he has missed a lot of time to injury.

2011 was a long time ago my friend. Stewart is 31 now, and has a ton of miles on his tires. Just don't see the reason why a re-building team would make a move like this.

Very true, but I bet he can still catch.

I think Stewart is just a temporary, stabilization signing. I have no idea if he is a good locker room guy, but it certainly can't hurt to have a vet RB in the locker room who is on good terms with GM and OC. I still think the Giants get a running back in the draft.

signing. Obviously a lot of tread on the tires but if we get Barkley or an early round RB, it's not like he's going to be getting a ton of carries. Stewart is one of the best guys in the NFL. Same with Ogletree. Guys that actually give a fuck about playing

Our RBs have been terrible at the fundamentals of the position and cannot pass block to save their lives.

He’ll be a solid vet presence and mentor. He can still pound it in short yardage situations. He’ll get maybe 10 carries a game, if that. He also is likely an aid to Shula in implementing the run side of the offense.

Good signing, great signing if its on the cheap. Can catch the football, pass protect well and will get the tough yards on third down. Bye Darkwa..... who couldn’t catch and that doesn’t fit our offensive scheme.

DG: Andrew, it’s Dave here. We’d like to sign you for x amount for 5 years.

Norwell: Sorry, buddy. I know you gave me my first contract, but Jacksonville is my choice.

WTF is DG supposed to do? Beg?

Are you saying that being spurned by Norwell meana that DG needs to "Make up for it" by signing Stewart? How are bout Dion Lewis? How about McKinnon? Number of teams DG outbid to land Stewart and Herzlich = 0

DG: Andrew, it’s Dave here. We’d like to sign you for x amount for 5 years.

Norwell: Sorry, buddy. I know you gave me my first contract, but Jacksonville is my choice.

WTF is DG supposed to do? Beg?

Are you saying that being spurned by Norwell meana that DG needs to "Make up for it" by signing Stewart? How are bout Dion Lewis? How about McKinnon? Number of teams DG outbid to land Stewart and Herzlich = 0

im glad they didnt get mckinnon or lewis...why spend big dollars there with this draft class coming up next month? i 100% wouldnt sign either

Near the vet minimum. Clearly DG doesn’t think the guy is done. I could see your points if this is all he does this month. But it’s not a crime to sign a vet back who’s a hard runner, a good blocker, and a mentor in the locker room.

He could certainly be that short yardage and goal line back. The guy to push the pile and also get a few carries during the game. He’s not going to be a starter. I think he’s got a role however. Regardless of whether the Giants draft another RB in Apr or not, this move was needed for that RB room.

He had a60 yard run against the Vikes last year and also had 6 TDs. I think he’ll be effective in a role.

More than any other position, RB is one that you can absolutely get in rounds 2-3-4 if you do your homework.

The Giants don't seem to have lost their fetish for splitting RB carries between six different backs. Hate that too. Just give the guy the ball and let him have a game.

He’s here to teach the system and teach pass protection to the rookie we draft this year. Come on fellas we need someone to teach the rook!! Perkins will be cut before the season. Rookie + Gallman + Stewart

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